Citrus Oil and Cayenne Pepper This organic pesticide works well on ants. Mix 10 drops of citrus essential oil with one teaspoon cayenne pepper and 1 cup of warm water. Shake well and spray on the affected areas.Citrus Oil and Cayenne Pepper – This organic pesticide works well on ants. Mix 10 drops of citrus […]

Getting rid of pests, the organic way When you see insects in your garden, take the time to really watch what they’re doing. Are they actually destroying the plant or just nibbling at it a bit? Many plants can outgrow minor damage. Also, in many cases, insects attack stressed out plants. Encourage the natural predators […]

When we face challenges in our garden such as hot and dry weather it is always a good idea to step back and have look at how nature handles these problems. Leaves collect on the forest floor and form a protective blanket that conserves water and breaks down to enrich the soil. When walking through […]

Many parts of South Africa have received ample rain, and water restrictions have been lessened, but this is no reason to become complacent about saving water. And although it sometimes feels that the little we do won’t have any impact, every drop saved makes a difference. These are my seven simple ways to save water […]

The support of plants is so important during these present times of go, go, go! We are living in an environmental health crisis. We have come to the time where it is imperative that we return to the most powerful plant on the planet. That plant is Cannabis. Specifically Industrial Hemp Hemp, is a subspecies […]